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April 30, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: JBER plans burns in training areas starting May 4

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Fire and Emergency Services, the 11th Airborne Division, and the JBER-based Air Force Wildland Fire Support Module plan to conduct multiple controlled burns on JBER training lands beginning as early as May 4.
April 27, 2026
NOISE ADVISORY: Increased air traffic at JBER through September

Residents on and near Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson can expect increased aircraft noise starting in April through September.
April 2, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Decision on mortar, artillery training area announced

The departments of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army have announced a record of decision for the final Environmental Impact Statement for Proposed Mortar and Artillery Training area at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
Jan. 22, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: RecAccess permit renewal required for recreation on JBER

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson reminds recreational users that RecAccess permits are based on the calendar year and must be renewed annually to access JBER training lands and designated recreation areas.
Dec. 10, 2025
NEWS RELEASE: Hangar 5 reopens, enhancing service member lethality

Hangar 5 reopened Dec. 8, providing an additional fitness facility to fortify the joint base’s ability to generate a combat-credible, lethal fighting force.
Dec. 9, 2025
News Release: JBER offers expedited access to Wreaths Across America event

In an effort to expedite access for the Wreaths Across America event at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery on Dec. 13, the base has dedicated a call-in number for early registration Dec. 10-12.
Sept. 10, 2025
NOISE ADVISORY: Explosive ordnance disposal scheduled for Sept. 11, 2025

The 673d Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal team will conduct controlled detonations on the EOD Proficiency Range (behind Sixmile Lake), Sept. 11, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The detonations will exceed 100 pounds each but will be buried 10 feet underground to reduce noise and
Sept. 8, 2025
MEDIA ADVISORY: 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Fire and Emergency Services will host a 9/11 memorial stair climb at the JBER fire training grounds Sept. 11, 2025.
Aug. 19, 2025
MEDIA ADVISORY: USO opens new lounge to support service members

The USO will celebrate the grand opening of a new USO Fort Richardson Lounge, located at 714 First St., Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at noon. The lounge will provide an inviting space for service members to relax, recharge, and
July 10, 2025
Noise Advisory - Increased air traffic at JBER through August

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska – It’s summertime in Alaska, and JBER is training extra hard through August, residents near Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson can expect increased aircraft noise and traffic as multiple exercises commence. Resolute Force Pacific, RED FLAG-Alaska 25-3, Arctic